1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1964 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 659 kg more than 1964 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 1964 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | RS 200 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
